PTAS 244 - Introduction to Athletic Training for the Physical Therapist Assistant

Institution:

University of Southern California

Subject:

Description:

Introductory study of the neuromusculoskeletal system as it applies to the athletic population. Student develops and implements a sports-medicine program and participates in physical examination. Medical emergencies in the sportsmedicine setting, criteria for return to play, types and frequency of sport-specific injuries, pregame sidelines/courtside setup, techniques of applying athletic tape to various body locations, and on-field examinations.

Credits:

1.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.usc.edu/

Phone Number:

(213) 740-2311

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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